Within the research group biomimetic materials for hard tissue regeneration are investigated. The aim is to influence the cells of the bone by material-inherent properties. In addition, the analysis of biomaterial degradation is carried out for in vitro - in vivo translation.

In the field of matrix engineering, the group works on artificial extracellular matrices (aEZM) for defined communication with cells and the binding and release of biological mediator proteins. One of the research topics is the elucidation of the underlying molecular mechanisms by which chemically modified glycosaminoglycans (GAG) influence biological mediator proteins, such as growth factors. On the other hand, we deal with the design and characterization of multiparametrically defined cellular microenvironments and especially with the resulting biological reactions.

The group Corrosion and Surfaces deals with topics concerning the development and testing of surface coatings as well as problems in the field of corrosion and corrosion protection of metals.

The Biofunctionalized Surfaces Group at the Max Bergmann Center for Biomaterials works on issues relating to i) the functionalization of biomaterials, ii) the antimicrobial or anti-adhesive treatment of biomaterial surfaces and iii) the characterization of materials and, in particular, their interaction with human cells or bacteria.

The "Biohybrid Particles and Surface Engineering" group researches materials on the micro- and nanoscale. The aim is to adjust the biological reaction of the human body to these synthetic materials in a targeted manner. The group works closely with the Fraunhofer IKTS and the BIOTEC of the TUD Dresden University of Technology.